West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre

Pool availability

To view our pool availability, please click the button below.

1. 25m Lane Pool (dive well end) availability will show the number of lanes (1-8) if available in a timeslot. If there is an 'X' in a timeslot, there are no lanes available.
2. 25m Lane Pool (scoreboard end) availability will show the number of lanes (1-8) if available in a timeslot. If there is an 'X' in a timeslot, there are no lanes available.
3. Hydrotherapy Pool availability will show the number ‘1’ if the pool is available in a timeslot. If there is an ‘X’ in a timeslot, the pool is not available.

View pool availability here

Free swimming for 16 years and under

Young people across Auckland have free access to all council-owned pools. This initiative, for Aucklanders aged 16 years and under, means more of our region’s children and young people can be fit, healthy, and waterwise.*

*excludes The Olympic Pool 

Wristbands

Supervision wristbands will be issued on arrival at reception so that your child/ren are easily identified by our lifeguards. 

• Caregivers of children 4 years and under must wear a wristband.
• All children aged 5-10 years and their supervising adult must wear a wristband.
• Learn to Swim students aged 10 and under wanting to swim before or after lessons will also need to wear a wristband.

Swim Plus Zone Access

All Swim Plus Zone* users must wear either a member access band or a wristband while using the facilities.

• Member access bands are included in Get Into It and Swim It memberships, and Swim Plus 10-passes.
• Casual users must collect a wristband from reception upon arrival.

*Swim Plus Zone includes the spa, sauna and steam room areas.

Things to know before you come to the pool

• To keep our precious tamariki safe we have a pool supervision policy, which specifies minimum adult-to-child ratios.
• To make sure that we are both inclusive and respectful we have guidelines around what to wear in the pool.

Pool and lane bookings

For pool or lane booking information, please visit our Pool and Venue Hire page.

Pool Entry Prices

*Concession pricing available with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.

Pool Membership Prices

Accessibility and inclusion at our swim school

Here at West Wave Learn to Swim, we are beginning our journey towards a more inclusive centre. We are working to ensure that our staff are considering the individual needs of students and are learning how to modify their practices to cater to more young people with disabilities or impairments. Our team are happy to talk about how we can create a better opportunity and experience for your child.

Learn to Swim Year-Round Programme

We have made some changes to our Learn to Swim Programme at West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre. Lessons have moved to a year-round schedule. 

What's new:

• No term breaks – lessons now run continuously throughout the year for 48 weeks, including school holidays.
• There will be a small break during the Christmas period, 21 December 2026 - 17 January 2027 and our annual maintenance periods. 
• Progress at your own pace – students move up once achieved all goals for their current level.
• Flexible options – you won’t lose out if you miss a class – just log the absence before the lesson and arrange a replacement lesson all online, from your myLEISURE account. 

Benefits for students:

• Faster progress and consistent learning.
• Greater flexibility for families and holidays.
• More opportunities to move up levels

How to manage absences and replacement classes 

You can manage your lessons anytime through myLEISURE, simply follow the step-by-step guides below:

• How to report a planned absence
• How to book a replacement class

The new Learn to Swim Year-Round terms and conditions now apply. Learn to Swim Year-Round Programme Terms and Conditions.

Please note that there are no swimming lessons scheduled on public holidays in 2026:

• Auckland Anniversary (Mon 26 Jan)
• Waitangi Day (Fri 6 Feb)
• Good Friday (Fri 3 Apr)
• Easter weekend (Sat 4 and Sun 5 Apr)
• Easter Monday (Mon 6 Apr)
• ANZAC Day (Sat 25) and (Mon 27 Apr - observed date)
• King's Birthday (Mon 1 Jun)
• Matariki (Fri 10 Jul)
• Labour Day (Mon 26 Oct)

School holiday intensive lessons will be available depending on availability.

Which class is right for me or my child?

Click on the flow chart to find the right level for you or your child.

If you are new to Learn to Swim lessons, you will be a beginner in your age group. If you have had lessons before or time has lapsed since your last lesson, we recommend you get an assessment.  An assessment can be booked through the link below.

Class levels at West Wave Learn to Swim

Discounts for Learn to Swim

We offer the following discounts for our swim lessons:

• Family Discount: When enrolling three or more children from the same family, the family is eligible to receive 10% off for each swimmer.

• Second Booking Discount: If a swimmer enrols in more than one class, they are eligible for a 15% discount on the second booking. 

• Community Services Card (CSC) Discount: Holders of a Community Services Card along with their dependents are eligible for a 30% discount.

• Private Lessons Discount: We offer a 40% discount on private lessons for swimmers with accessible needs. This applies to private lessons only

Discounts will only be applied after redeeming in person at the swim school of your choice. 

Terms and conditions apply.

How to enrol in swimming lessons

If you know what class to enrol in, come into the centre and have a chat with our friendly staff at reception or sign up online using the button below.

Enrol now

If you are unsure what class to enrol in, book into a free assessment or contact the centre

Book a free assessment

Learn to Swim Intensive Programmes

Intensive lessons during school holidays may be available at selected locations, subject to staff availability.

If your child is a bit stuck on an element of their swimming, by coming every day for five days they'll normally crack it. Conquer that learning to breathe, breaststroke, or butterfly!

How to book a school holiday course

Contact us using the details on this page, or talk to the Learn to Swim team at the centre. A free assessment may be required to determine your child's level.

Swimming lessons and water safety for schools

We’re experienced and skilled at working with schools, tailoring programmes to schools’ needs and the age and stage of their students:

• swimming lessons
• lifejacket usage
• deep water confidence
• boating experiences.

Lessons can take place in our facilities, or our instructors can come to you if your school has its own pool.

Auckland Council Pools and Leisure is a partner in the Water Skills for Life programme of funded school swimming lessons.

Contact the swim school

Email: westwave.swimschool@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

All users must be 17 years and older. 

To make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience, please remember to wear your Swim Plus Zone (spa, sauna, steam room) wristband, and:

• Take a break in a cool place every 15 minutes.
• Please do not lie down.
• Sit on a towel or mat in the sauna and steam room.
• Shower and towel dry before and after use.
• Drink plenty of water from a plastic or stainless steel bottle. Glass bottles are not permitted in the pool area.
• Wear appropriate swimwear only.

Exit immediately if you are uncomfortable, dizzy, or sleepy and seek the assistance of staff. Even if you have no existing health conditions, excessive time spent in the spa, sauna, and steam room could be fatal.

Please refrain from:

• Pouring water on the rocks in the saunas. This will damage the saunas.
• Using oil or lotion.
• Spitting.
• Wearing clothing that can increase your body temperature (hats, sweat suits, jackets, long pants, etc).

Do not use the spa, sauna, or steam room if you:

• are pregnant
• have a serious illness
• have a heart condition
• have high or low blood pressure
• have a respiratory condition
• or have any other medical condition which, may affect your reaction to heat.

View class timetable

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Our prices

*Concession pricing available with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.

Membership options

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View class timetable and booking information

• Book into group fitness classes related to your membership up to a week in advance.
• You'll be notified of any class cancellations by email/SMS
• You'll receive confirmation of a booked class in a form of an admission ticket.
  -  You don’t need to do anything with the admission ticket, just scan your membership card upon arrival.
• Please see reception upon arrival.

Group Fitness Timetable

View timetable and book online

View class descriptions

Our prices

*Concession pricing available with valid ID to students, seniors, Community Services Card holders and Green Prescription holders. Also available to those with a permanent disability.

Membership options

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Recreation term programmes

Check out the information below for this terms activities and programmes and contact us to book a space now!

Enrolment information

Use the enrolment form below term activities that require registration.

Submit the enrolment form to reception at West Wave Pool and Leisure.

Activities at West Wave

View class timetable and booking information

• You can view timetables a week in advance.
• Book into group fitness classes related to your membership up to a week in advance.
• You'll be notified of any class cancellations by email.
• You'll receive confirmation of a booked class in a form of an admission ticket.
  -  You don’t need to do anything with the admission ticket, just scan your membership card upon arrival.

View timetable and book online

Foundations classes

Foundations is three one-hour sessions with the aim of assessing and teaching the key movements that will be performed during 612 classes. Even if you have trained in a high intensity environment before, or have an Olympic weightlifting or gymnastics background, we still advise you complete our three one-on-one foundation sessions.

• Session One: Gymnastics — pull ups, push ups, handstands and more!
• Session Two: Clean and Jerk — moving weight from point A to point B as effectively as possible; the first experience of your Olympic Weightlifting journey. 
• Session Three: Snatch and Review — Olympic Weightlifting and reviewing previous sessions.

Foundations is included as part of your Generation 612 membership.

Open box

Open box is free time before class, where members of 612 can come in and practice any movement they wish (gymnastics or Olympic lifting) with the supervision and help of a coach.

Membership

You will have unlimited access to all Generation 612 classes and open box, as well as to West Wave’s pools, gym, fitness classes, saunas and spas.

Generation 612 membership also provides access to all our Gold, Silver and Bronze centres!

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School pick-ups

We can pick up from these schools:

• Tirimoana Primary School
• Western Heights Primary School
• Summerland Primary School
• Elim Christian College
• Holy Cross

Pick-ups from other schools may be possible in some situations.

Enquiries and enrolment

Contact us if you have any questions.

If you would like to enrol a child, fill in an enrolment form:

Hours 

Our programme runs from 7.30am to 6pm with advertised activities from 9am to 3pm.

Upcoming programme dates 

Winter school holiday programme dates:

• Monday 6 July to Friday 17 July (excludes Friday 10 July for Matariki public holiday)

Our prices 

Our activities range in price, depending on what we do each day. See our schedule to view prices and activities.

As a MSD Approved programme, eligible parents can access the OSCAR Subsidy from Work and Income. Click here to find out about using the subsidy with us, or check out the WINZ website to see if you are eligible.

Enquiries and enrolment

• Enrolments will open mid-June.
• Please fill out the enrolment form and bring it to reception (we only accept enrolments in-person).
• If you're eligible for WINZ subsidies, we recommend preparing all required paperwork as soon as enrolments open.
• Full payment is required to confirm enrolments.

Contact us if you have any questions.

Types of events our spaces suit

Need to book a space for your event?

We love hosting sports events that get our community active, like ASA swimming events, water polo, diving and underwater hockey, but our spaces also suit birthday parties and meetings.

Spaces you can book

• Lane (25m)
• Lane (50m)
• Dive Well 
• Lane Pool (50m)
• Hydrotherapy Pool - 12 people max.
• Badminton Court
• Table Tennis - 4 courts (can be booked separately)
• Exercise Court
• Small Basketball Court
• Medium Room - 40 people max.
• Small Room - 15 people max.
• BBQ area

A kitchen is also available, depending on the space you have booked.

Please refer to our venue hire brochure below for more detailed information.

Birthday party packages

Parties are available on Saturdays at 11.15am-1.45pm and 1.45pm-4.15pm, Sundays at 9.15am-11.45am (and 11.45am-2.15pm by special request)*

*all party times include 15 minutes for set-up and 15 minutes for pack-down in the allocated timeslot.

Choose from three options

• Option 1: includes party room, basketball court, equipment and staff member.
• Option 2: includes party room, basketball court, 10x hydroslide passes and 5x adult swim passes.
• Option 3: includes party room, basketball court, 10x hydroslide passes, 5x adult swim passes, equipment and staff member.

Please note that swimming is not included in the booked time and should be scheduled for either before or after the party.

Please use the Birthday Party booking form below and bring to reception at West Wave Pool and Leisure Centre or email westwavebookings@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz. Our team will be in touch with more information.

Our prices

*Additional lifeguard fee of $30 is mandatory. 

**No further discounts apply to birthday party packages.

Off-peak discount

We offer 20 per cent discount for off-peak times
Off peak times are 9am-3pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays

Regular hirer discount

We offer a 20 per cent discount off the standard hourly rate to regular hirers.
Regular hirers are individuals or organisations who hire a venue we manage 10 times or more over the calendar year (1 January to 31 December)

Community group discount

We offer a 30 per cent discount to community groups.
For groups that meet certain criteria, community groups can get 30 per cent off the standard hourly rate.

These discounts can be stackable using reverse compounding methodology and cannot be added together. Maximum discount of 55 per cent

How to book a space

Contact us to find out about availability and to make a booking, or download our booking forms* below. Please email westwavebookings@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz. 

Read our Venue hire terms and conditions.

Upcoming Events at Our Pools

Parking at West Wave can be limited during these busy periods as the carpark is shared with other businesses. To avoid being late for scheduled classes, please check our Upcoming Events schedule below to see if any major events are scheduled that may impact parking availability.

*There will be limited lanes available to the public in the Main Pool on 9 May. Please check with our staff on arriving.

Pool Schedule

To view our pool availability, please click the button below.

1. 25m Lane Pool (dive well end) availability will show the number of lanes (1-8) if available in a timeslot. If there is an 'X' in a timeslot, there are no lanes available.
2. 25m Lane Pool (scoreboard end) availability will show the number of lanes (1-8) if available in a timeslot. If there is an 'X' in a timeslot, there are no lanes available.
3. Hydrotherapy Pool availability will show the number ‘1’ if the pool is available in a timeslot. If there is an ‘X’ in a timeslot, the pool is not available.

View pool availability here

2026 Updates

Work planned or changes in 2026 to improve our centre.

Upcoming pool closures

We have some unplanned maintenance affecting both our Learner Pool and Hydro Pool from Tuesday 7 April to Sunday 12 April.

All other areas of the centre remain open as normal during this time.

Our Learn to Swim whānau will have received an email from our team with details about how this temporary closure may affect your lessons.

If you are a regular user of the Hydro Pool, you’re welcome to place your membership on hold for the six-day closure period or take advantage of our special Dry-Land classes being held in our Functional Studio. Please speak with our team at reception and they’ll be happy to help.

News from our Fitness Team!

We’re excited to let you know that from Monday 19 January, our old 612 room has been transformed into a new Functional Fitness space - and it’s now available for use to all gym members outside scheduled class times.

The studio gives you the opportunity to:

• Complete your own workouts in a dedicated space
• Access functional fitness equipment not available in our main gym areas
• Train safely and effectively with more room for movement, mobility, and strength work

We encourage you to come in, explore the space, and give functional training a go!

Hours of Member Access – Functional Studio

(Please note: the space is unavailable during group fitness classes. All current gym rules apply.)

• Monday: 6am–5pm
• Tuesday: 6am–5pm
• Wednesday: 6am–9:30am & 10:30am–5pm
• Thursday: 12pm–5pm
• Friday: 12pm–5pm
• Saturday: 8:30am–12pm
• Sunday: 7:30am–12pm

Our team is looking forward to seeing you make the most of this new space. If you have any questions, feel free to chat with us next time you’re in.

2025 Updates

Work planned in 2025 to improve our centre.

October/November - COMPLETED

• Tuesday 28 October to Friday 7 November 2025 - Leisure Pool Area phased shutdown (2 weeks)

The shutdown will take place in two phases:

Week 1 (28-31 Oct) closures include: Adult spa, Lazy River, Hydro slide and Steam Room

Week 2 (31 Oct-7 Nov) closures include: Family Spa, Toddlers Pool, Water Features and Wave generators

Please note that the Main Pool, Wave Pool, Hydrotherapy Pool, Sauna, Fitness Gym and Group Fitness classes will remain operational throughout the full two weeks.

For more information, check out our Centre Update page on the website.

October 2024 - June 2025 - COMPLETED

• Lane Pool Hall Ventilation Plant Renewal

The upgraded ventilation system will help to regulate the temperature in the pool hall, providing a better space for pool users and an improved working environment for staff. 

Check out the Our Auckland article for more information about our ventilation upgrade.

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